Events and Groups Executive - London

Events and Groups Executive - St James, London

Hotel Café Royal enjoys an unrivalled setting, where the elegance of Mayfair, energy of Soho and sophistication of St. James combine. It's where history, culture, business and the stage are just steps away. That's one reason why, for 150 years, people who make a difference have made their way through these doors. 

Your role

As a Events & Groups Executive your role is to represent Café Royal to the domestic and international Events Market and become a specialist in promoting our hotel event facilities and services in the most engaging and informative way to our clientele and business partners.

Passion to provide a personalised guest experience, strong selling skills, deep product knowledge combined with knowledge of the latest trends in the London Events scene, confidence and a “voice with a smile”, are required trademarks for this position to successfully master the elegant delivery of our products and services.

Working as part of a larger Events & Groups team you will oversee and organise all aspects of a clients meeting or function requirements including; venue hire, AV equipment and food & beverage; from the initial enquiry up until the day of the event you'll deliver a consistently high standard of event management services to our guests. You'll also undertake a range of follow up duties including billing and post event feedback in order to generate repeat business.

Your profile

• A natural elegance and passion for providing a luxurious level of service that is personalised, confident and calm
• Prior experience in a similar guest facing position is desirable or experience in an administrator position, ideally gained in a luxury 4 or 5 star hotel or other high end environment.
• Your grooming should be immaculate and communication skills exceptional, in order to flawlessly connect with guests from all over the world – a high level of spoken English is essential
• Minimum intermediate competency in the Microsoft Office package is essential, working knowledge of Opera Sales & Catering is advantageous

Your Benefits

• On duty meal
• Weekly dry cleaning allowance
• Fantastic training & development opportunities
• Recognition rewards, employee referral scheme, colleague football tea
• Discounted room rates and F&B, as well as other lifestyle discounts
• Be part of an exciting, up and coming brand in the industry – already a member of ‘Leading Hotels of the World

How To Apply?

Please apply through Caterer by following the 'Apply Now' link below. Please ensure to send a cover letter (outlining your suitability for the vacancy) and a CV that is fully up to date and correct. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications, we are unable to contact unsuccessful candidates.

In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates.